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Since the prime function of the Smartbase is audio and coming from a pedigree like JBL, it better sound good. Dual 27mm drivers are positioned on opposite front corners of the device, so the audio is distributed evenly throughout the vehicle. Each channel has a 5W power rating, with >80 dB signal-to-noise ratio and a frequency response of 100Hz to 20KHz. JBL uses a fixed-frequency transmitter to minimize the impact of other electrical systems on the vehicle, and for what it’s worth I didn’t notice any negative side effects in my use (although I wouldn’t have expected any). When streaming...

One of the least exciting, but most important, PC components is the power supply. PCs run on electricity, of course, and that’s not provided directly from the wall to every component inside a PC’s case. Instead, electricity routes from the alternating current (AC) provided by the power company into the direct current (DC) used by PC components in the required voltage.It’s tempting to buy just any power supply to run your PC, but that’s not a wise choice. A power supply that doesn’t provide reliable or clean power can cause any number of problems, including instability that can be hard...

At its core, the Smartbase Wireless is a phone dock that connects via Bluetooth to Android or iOS phones with built-in speakers, to make hands free calls or stream audio. This is a far safer option for drivers than holding a phone, and offers better quality than using the speakerphone included on mobile devices. Other “hands free” options still require drivers to click buttons to make or accept the initial call, which still creates a moment of unsafe distraction from the road. The Smartbase Wireless responds to user voice commands, similar to Smart Home devices like Amazon Echo or Google...

If you’re looking for a great gift for the tech-savvy college student in your life or interested in some adventure yourself, a drone is a great choice. Drones range from exciting tech toys you can fit in your pocket like the Ryze Tello all the way up to professional-level machines capable of shooting 4K video like the DJI Mavic Air and Yuneec Typhoon series. This video will help you figure out the right drone for you, depending on your needs, for hobbyists, stunt-flyers, and aspiring filmmakers.

JC and Trisha talk to Alex Humble from Microsoft about their diverse line of Surface 2-in-1s and laptops, and the advantages these feature rich portables have over the competition.